ABOUT THIS EPISODE
What happens when curiosity becomes a lifelong practice?In Part 2 of this Creative Spark-plug conversation, hosts Rajesh Sharma and Baashobe Majumdar continue their deep dive with designer and storyteller Samrat Som—this time moving further into the ideas and influences that shape his creative worldview.Samrat reflects on how travel, culture, and lived experiences shape his design decisions, and he also shares his nuanced perspective on Indian design—its roots, its evolution, and the unique possibilities it holds for the future. He talks about why embracing ambiguity leads to stronger ideas and how multidisciplinary thinking helps him bridge fashion, textiles, economics, and the wider world of design.This episode unpacks the craft behind creativity—how observation turns into insight, how play fuels innovation, and why thoughtful design often emerges from unexpected intersections.If Part 1 was about discovering Samrat’s journey, Part 2 is about understanding his philosophy—how he thinks, what drives him, and how he continues to evolve as a creator.Tune in to explore creativity at its most fluid, cultural, and interconnected.
